Race Fees will increase to $175 pp on March 1st.
29th Annual Hannes Schneider Meister Cup
About
The Hannes Schneider Meister Cup Race is the New England Ski Museum’s main fundraising event, bringing together racers and spectators from across New England for a weekend of festivities every March.
The ski race, a dual action GS, draws 250 racers of all ages and numerous spectators to celebrate the rich tradition of skiing in New England. More than just a race, the event honors Hannes Schneider, who introduced skiing to North Conway, NH, and pays tribute to the 10th Mountain Division and America’s mountain troops.
The weekend includes a spectacular opening ceremony, torchlight parade, vintage ski fashion show, and social events. As a community celebration and a fundraiser for the New England Ski Museum, the Meister Cup supports the preservation and celebration of ski history.
Registration
- All registered racers get a full day lift ticket to Cranmore, a commemorative race bib, a Friday night dinner ticket, breakfast tickets (Saturday & Sunday), BBQ lunch ticket, one après ski bratwurst ticket.
- Free access to all festivities: torchlight parade, opening ceremony, awards ceremony, Après fashion show, silent auction, and ski history panel discussion.
- This race is open to all ages.
- Race Fees will increase to $175 pp on March 1st.
- Online Registration closes on Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 5:00pm.
- Day-of Registration is open 4-7 p.m. on Friday and 7:30-9:00 a.m. on Saturday at Cranmore Mountain. All racers must pick up their bib and sign a Cranmore Resorts Waiver prior to the race.
- First run starts at 10:15 am.
- All proceeds from the race benefit the New England Ski Museum. Entry fees are nonrefundable- also in case of event cancellation. NO EXCEPTIONS- sorry.
- Registration entries may be transferred to another person upon request.
- FMI, details, and schedule, please check our website.
Race Categories and Awards
- Alpine Ski - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine Junior - Fastest Male & Female under 14
- Alpine 9 & Under - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 10-11 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 12-13 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 14-19 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 20-29 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 30-39 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 40-49 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 50-59 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 60-69 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 70-79 - Fastest Male & Female
- Alpine 80+ - Fastest Male & Female
- Snowboard - Fastest Male & Female
- Telemark - Fastest Male & Female
- 10th Mountain Division – Veteran
- Fashion Show – 3 Top Vintage Ski Fashionistas
Team Awards:
- 3 Fastest Teams overall
- 3 Fastest Junior Teams (under 14)
- 3 Fastest 10th Mtn Teams
Scoring is based on the best one run of two. Team scoring is based on the total of the best single run for all five members. Teams of less than five do not place in team scoring, but individual members are eligible for awards by age.
Trophy runoff: The top four men and four women after the first two runs will have third and fourth runs to determine the Fastest Man and Fastest Woman to be engraved on the trophy.
Festivities
Registration as Racer, Racer Guest, or Patron includes:
- Welcome Reception & Dinner & Torchlight Parade (Friday Night)
- One all-day lift ticket per racer, certain patron levels
- Exclusive Meister Cup Pin
- Commemorative Event Bib for Racers
- Continental Breakfast Saturday
- Opening Ceremony
- Race Day Barbeque Lunch
- Après Ski Bratwurst
- Awards Ceremony
- Vintage Ski Fashion Show
- Silent Auction
- Ski Museum Open House and Festivities on Sunday
- Support for the Preservation of Ski History
Racer Guests
Support your favorite ski racer and come to the race! Racer Guests are invited to join all event activities including food (Friday dinner, barbeque lunch, bratwurst, breakfast on Sat), fashion show entry, silent auction, and ski museum open house and festivities for $75. Combo tickets include a ski ticket for Cranmore on race day for $150.
Patrons
The Meister Cup is more than a ski race—it’s a celebration of the rich heritage of skiing in New England. By becoming a “Meister Cup Patron,” you can play a meaningful role in supporting this fun and amazing event, just as you might sponsor a play, opera, or sports team.
Whether you can attend or not, becoming a Patron is a great way to support the race and the Ski Museum. All Patrons will have their name listed in the Event Program and are welcome to join us for the festivities. Higher Patron levels enjoy benefits like Friday night dinner tickets and ski passes for Saturday! Your support helps keep ski history alive! For details, visit the event website.
FMI check the event website or sign up here.
Lodging Accommodations
The historic Eastern Slope Inn Resort is proud to be the host hotel for the 2026 Hannes Schneider Meister Cup Race. Located in North Conway Village, the resort offers a wide variety of accommodations and amenities. Get a 10% discount off your stay for the Hannes Schneider Meister Cup Weekend.
Visit EasternSlopeInn.com Click “Book Now” – Enter Promo Code “CUP26” for stays between March 13th & 14th. 1-800-STAY-ESI for more info.
